The Unique Value of a Wheaton College Education

Students sitting on Wheaton sign

98.5% Landed Within 6 Months

98.5% of the class landed* within six months of graduation, compared to the national average of 85.7% in 2022 (NACE).

67% Completed at Least One Internship

67 percent of the class  of 2023 completed at least one internship during their time at Wheaton

Wheaton Costs Less

The average net price of a Wheaton education is less than the average of the top 60 National Liberal Arts Colleges ranked by U.S. News and World Report.

A Wheaton College education offers lasting value through academic excellence, a Christ-centered community, and strong outcomes after graduation. This page highlights the benefits that extend beyond the classroom—from faculty mentorship and global learning opportunities to career readiness and graduate school placement. Discover how Wheaton will prepare you, both personally and professionally, to live well for Christ and his Kingdom.


Best Value in Higher Education

Wheaton is consistently ranked one of the best values in higher education for a reason. Value measures quality and cost. With global reach and reputation, Wheaton is the academic home for intellectually ambitious, deeply faithful Christians who want a comprehensive, world-class education. Comprehensive quality means you will be prepared not just for your first job but for the jobs we can’t even imagine yet. Most importantly, comprehensive excellence means preparation not just for a livelihood but for life in all its fullness. It’s a whole-person education for the whole of life’s journey.

 

“One of America's foremost Christian institutions” -The Economist


Wheaton Changes Lives

Wheaton College is on the list of the nation’s Colleges that Change Lives because that’s exactly what happens here. During their years on campus, Wheaton students form lifelong Christian friendships, deepen their understanding of the world, and expand their faith. When they graduate, they emerge with the financial freedom to grow into and thrive as the person God calls them to become.

 

"With twin traditions of quality academics and deep faith" - Time Magazine


Total Excellence, Total Value

Listed in the seminal publication 40 Colleges That Change Lives, and with top rankings in U.S. News World & Report, Forbes, Kiplinger’s, and Money Magazines, Wheaton is consistently rated one of the best values in higher education. You can confidently choose Wheaton as a sound investment. Skeptical? Let the numbers tell our story.

#12

among all U.S. colleges and universities nationally producing alumni who earn academic doctorates (recent ten-year span of 2009-2018)

#13

among all colleges and universities based on alumni rating their respective schools

99% 

of our students will land in post-baccalaureate programs, internships, or be employed within six months after graduating (compared to the national average of 86%)

87%

of students stay and graduate from Wheaton (almost double the national average)

67%

of our most recent graduating class had at least one internship


Impressive Outcomes

2425 CVC Annual Outcomes ReportGraduates in the class of 2024 have an impressive 98.5% landing rate (employed, interning, furthering their education, or pursuing other adventures of their choice) within six months of graduation.

The Center for Vocation and Career's annual report to see how our students are using their liberal arts education to embrace a rich diversity of career opportunities, reflecting how well the College has prepared them to serve Christ and His kingdom.

Download the 2024 CVC Annual Report

Need some help?

Whether you have questions about affording a Wheaton education or want more information about our academic programs, Wheaton's admissions counselors are your first point of contact.